Rare okimono carved in the thickness of an elephant tusk depicting a life-size pigeon. It stands on a hollow trunk, inside which hides an owl.
A small 4mm lack at the end of the tail and the beak probably restored, unless it is a natural crack in the ivory.
This sculpture is the masterpiece of master Ko Fu of the Tokyo school.
Japan, late 19th century.
A small 4mm lack at the end of the tail and the beak probably restored, unless it is a natural crack in the ivory.
This sculpture is the masterpiece of master Ko Fu of the Tokyo school.
Japan, late 19th century.
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Please note that this item cannot be sold in the United States !
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Dimensions:Height: 9.65 in (24.5 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 7.09 in (18 cm)
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Style:Meiji(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:IvoryHand-Carved
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Place of Origin:Japan
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Period:1880-1889
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Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
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Condition:GoodMinor losses.
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Seller Location:Saverne, FR
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Reference Number:Seller: LU8536237866222
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